Which of the following is correct criticism on the positive accounting theory? O a. It gives prescriptions for accounting practice of the company. O b. It misleads the stock market by manipulating the earnings. O c its earnings numbers prepared according to a single basis. O d. It says something about good or bad accounting policy of the company.

Which of the following is correct criticism on the positive accounting theory? O a. It gives prescriptions for accounting practice of the company. O b. It misleads the stock market by manipulating the earnings. O c its earnings numbers prepared according to a single basis. O d. It says something about good or bad accounting policy of the company.

Auditing: A Risk Based-Approach (MindTap Course List)

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ISBN:9781337619455

Author:Karla M Johnstone, Audrey A. Gramling, Larry E. Rittenberg

Publisher:Karla M Johnstone, Audrey A. Gramling, Larry E. Rittenberg

Chapter3: Internal Control Over Financial Reporting: Responsibilities Of Management And The External Auditor

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